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Mwaura Timothy is a filmmaker, director, and cinematographer from Nairobi, Kenya. His expertise in documentary. Filmmaking is showcased through his award-winning works. As a filmmaker, director, and cinematographer, Timothy brings a unique perspective to storytelling. His expertise lies in crafting compelling narratives and capturing striking visuals that bring stories to life. Timothy's cinematographic prowess is evident in projects such as the multi-awarded feature documentary SLEEPING WARRIOR. His debut feature documentary SUBIRA (2016) explores the lives of individuals living with epilepsy in Kenya, offering a poignant exploration of their challenges and triumphs. He has also contributed to acclaimed projects like WAZI FM, which won the ZIFF Golden Award in 2015, and OWINO, which won Best Foreign Documentary at the Rome Independent Film Festival in 2017. In recognition of his talent, Timothy was selected in February 2020 as one of 16 cinematographers worldwide for Berlinale Talents. He is currently working on TENA NA TENA ( AGAIN AND AGAIN ), a feature documentary that delves into the cyclical patterns humans are often caught in or compelled to endure. Timothy's dedication to documentary filmmaking has taken him to places he once only dreamed of, providing him with a profound understanding of real-time and on-set experiences. His life and career are deeply intertwined with the art of documentary filmmaking.